Health News Archives

Sexual Trauma Haunts Many Female Vets
Study found 1 in 7 from Iraq, Afghanistan who sought medical care were victims

Stress Disorder Affects 20% of Intensive Care Patients
Prior history of mental health problems, sedative use contribute to risk, study says

Depressed Moms in Violent Homes Twice as Likely to Hit Kids
Spousal arguing also increased frequency with which mothers slapped children, study says

9/11’s Health Effects Lingered for Years
Injured, workers and passersby developed psychological, respiratory woes, latest NYC report finds

Drug Given 24 Hours After Stroke Helps Repair Brain Tissue
Bryostatin may also work in patients with Alzheimer's and traumatic injury, study says

Drinking Problems Greater Among Returning Combat Veterans
Mental health issues also more common after war, studies show

Immune System Protein Predicts Toxic Shock Survival
Finding may enable investigators to screen lower risk patients from trials of new therapies

Trauma Center Counseling Reduces Kids’ Repeat Injuries
Emergency department 'teachable moments' remembered well by parents, youngsters, study finds

Relationship Violence Common Among College Students
Almost half had experienced it before or during college, survey shows

Tongue-Driven Device Aids Handicapped
Magnetic tracer lets disabled control wheelchairs, perform other tasks independently